Drama
(4240)

GCSE Drama 4240 helps students develop an understanding of many creative and challenging activities.

Candidates are free to choose any of the controlled assessment options offered in this specification, including:

devised thematic work

improvisation

physical theatre

set design

costume

make-up and masks

puppets

lighting and sound

stage management.

Assessment for the controlled assessment takes into account the student's contribution during the preparation period as well as their final performance or design. Teachers are also able to choose which texts they choose for study and they are able to take students to any live theatre production in preparation for the terminal written exam.

Studying Drama at Key Stage 3 is not a requirement for candidates who want to study this course.

The content of this specification provides a smooth transition to A-level courses in Drama and Theatre Studies.

Related specifications

There is a choice of specifications for this subject. Please check with your teacher or exams officer if you are not sure which to select.